2013-P $1 Five Star Generals Silver Commem - Proof

Issued to honor five legendary U.S. Army generals and the legacy of military leadership education, the 2013-P Five-Star Generals Silver Commemorative celebrates the bicentennial of the founding of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. This Proof version, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, features frosted portraits over brilliant mirrored fields and showcases two of America's most revered WWII commanders.

Historical Insight:

The U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, founded in 1881, has been a cornerstone of American military education and leadership development. The 2013 commemorative honors five distinguished WWII-era five-star generals all of whom attended the College: George C. Marshall, Douglas MacArthur, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Henry "Hap" Arnold, and Omar N. Bradley. The program helped shape the strategic leadership that led Allied forces to victory in World War II.

Collector Note:

The 2013-P Five-Star Generals Proof Silver Dollar offers a strong blend of historical significance and military heritage. Its tribute to two of the most recognizable generals of the 20th century Marshall and Eisenhower makes it especially appealing to collectors of military-themed and WWII-related coinage. With a final mintage under 100,000, it's a worthy addition to any collection.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 USD (Legal Tender)
• Year: 2013
• Mint: Philadelphia ("P" mintmark)
• Condition: Proof
• Obverse: Features detailed portraits of Generals George C. Marshall and Dwight D. Eisenhower both graduates of the Command and General Staff College. Inscriptions include "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2013."
• Reverse: Depicts the heraldic crest of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, with inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE DOLLAR."